Chapter 176

The room fell into a tense silence as Rafael Morales, clutching his bleeding shoulder, stared at me with a mix of fear and desperation. Georgina stood by my side, her gun trained on him, ready to enforce our demands.

“Time is running out, Rafael,” I said, my voice cold and commanding. “Transfer all your assets to me, right now.”

Rafael gritted his teeth, his face contorted with pain. “You think I’ll just hand over everything? You’re making a big mistake.”

Georgina’s finger tightened on the trigger, her eyes unwavering. “You’re in no position to negotiate, Rafael. One more wrong move, and it’ll be your last.”

Fear crept into Rafael’s eyes as he realized the gravity of the situation. With trembling hands, he reached for his phone, reluctantly opening the digital platform through which he controlled his vast wealth. Sweat trickled down his forehead as he began the process of transferring his assets.

I watched intently, my gaze never leaving him, as his for